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2011′s Most Read Reports & Features on DinarStandard
Take a look at the most read features and reports produced by DinarStandard in 2011. Special reports on “Corruption in the Muslim Markets” took a special meaning given the incredible Arab Spring movement, and we covered the initial Egyptian revolution highlighting its business impact and relevance. Other special reports and special topics most read in Islamic Finance, select corporate/ brand success stories, and halal/ Muslim lifestyle market are all highlighted here.
2011 American Muslim Consumer Advocacy Survey
Purpose: The purpose of this American Muslim consumer advocacy survey is to develop a fact-based voice of the community’s consumption needs by identifying: American Muslim consumers un-met lifestyle needs. Satisfaction with existing halal brands in the US (food, finance, others) as well as mainstream companies. The survey closed on Oct 19, 2011 This study has [...]
Productivity in Ramadan Study: Exec Summary
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Next: Religious Context Goto: Table of Content, or Download PDF Copy This groundbreaking study presents a fact-based assessment of the state of productivity during Ramadan across the world and offers recommendations for improving productivity of individuals, businesses and government institutions. The study includes 1), a survey that benchmarks actual Ramadan practices and Muslims’ expectations, and [...]
Productivity in Ramadan Study: Recommendations (for Governments)
Next: Expert Commentary Goto: Table of Content, or Download PDF Copy Insights & recommendations for governments: Governments in many OIC countries set the tone for productivity across all institutions within their countries. Our work-hour analysis shows a few different approaches of some OIC countries, which opens the question as to which models are most effective [...]
Productivity in Ramadan Study: Recommendations (for Employers)
Next: Recommendations (for Governments) Goto: Table of Content, or Download PDF Copy Insights & recommendations for employers: The study provides beneficial insight on how employers can support Muslim employees in honoring their religious requirements. This attention is expected to result in employee goodwill as well as productivity improvements. It is clear from survey responses that [...]
Productivity in Ramadan: Recommendations (for Individuals)
Next: Recommendations (for Employers) Goto: Table of Content, or Download PDF Copy Context: In this study we have looked to develop a fact-based assessment of the state of productivity during Ramadan and offer recommendations for improving productivity for individuals, businesses and government institutions. To provide productivity recommendations, we have, 1) conducted a survey to determine [...]
Productivity in Ramadan Study: Recommendations for Human Resource Departments
Next: Ackowledgement Goto: Table of Content, or Download PDF Copy Expert Commentary by Farah Ghias, HR Consultant, GCC/USA For HR departments in non-OIC countries, the challenge falls in balancing the needs of Muslim employees with organizational priorities. There are a number of reasons why an HR department in a non-OIC country would have an interest [...]
Productivity in Ramadan: RESULTS (Spirituality)
RESULTS (Spirituality): Next>> Results (Work Environment) Goto: Table of Content, or Download PDF Copy How many are fasting? 98% of the survey respondents said they planned to fast the entire month of Ramadan. This percentage was consistent across Muslim majority OIC countries and non-OIC countries. This response shows a surprisingly high percentage of adherence to [...]
Productivity in Ramadan Study: Acknowledgement
Goto: Table of Content, or Download PDF Copy ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: This report was authored by DinarStandard team: Rafi-uddin Shikoh, Maria Zain (Analysis), Deborah McNichol (Editor,) with input and suggestions from the ProductiveMuslim team: Mohammed Faris, Lotifa Begum, Ahlam Yassin, Saliha Celenlizade, as well as expert advice and input from the following advisors: Husain Quadri, and Farah Ghias. [...]
Productivity in Ramadan Study: Economic Context
Next: Analysis & Recommendations Goto: Table of Content, or Download PDF Copy Work-hour Changes & Economic Impact: In the Muslim-majority OIC countries, the month of Ramadan sees a reduction or an adjustment of work hours. There are varying instances on work hours during Ramadan. In some cases, work reduction or adjustment is government mandated. Some countries [...]
